Inclusive, experience-led learning where ancient texts meet contemporary questions.
I create spaces where students engage critically and creatively with classical texts — through translation, performance, and collaboration. My work spans universities, schools, and intensive programmes for actors, with a focus on making ancient drama relevant today.
Teaching Philosophy
My pedagogy is guided by three principles:
- Experiential & Practice Based – texts come alive through performance, adaptation, and translation.
- Interdisciplinary & Inclusive – connecting theatre, history, linguistics, and cultural studies.
- Student-Led & Collaborative – empowering learners through workshops, projects, and public-facing initiatives.
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Modules & Courses
- Dramaturgy, Ancient and Modern – Examines Greek and Roman plays in and through performance, past and present.
Student feedback: “Thought-provoking, inspiring, and practical.” - Greek Comedy – From ritual origins to obscenity, parody, and performance practice.
Student feedback: “Changed how I see comedy — relevant and engaging.” - Greek Tragedy – Close reading of Aeschylus, Sophocles, and Euripides, alongside Aristotle’s Poetics and Aristophanes’ Frogs.
Student feedback: “Challenging but rewarding, especially linking theory to performance.”
Tutorials & Language Teaching
I teach Ancient Greek, Latin, English, Italian, and Drama at all levels, with over a decade’s experience at Oxford, UCL, and beyond.
- Universities – Greek & Latin language, translation, and classical literature tutorials.
- Schools – targeted support for exams and university applications.
- General enrichment – bespoke tutorials combining grammar, reading, and performance insight.
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Innovative Programmes
- Greek Theatre Programme (BADA, 2025–) – Teaching intensive courses for actors in Oxford.
- Fall School: Memory and Performance – Erasmus+ programme (UCL/Parma) combining research, workshops, and public engagement.
- Aristophanes at Chickenshed – Inclusive theatre project with students, professionals, and community performers.
- Early Modern Aristophanes in Translation – Multilingual workshop linking historical and modern performance.
Recognition
- Nominated for UCL Provost Education Award (2020–21, 2023–24).
- Nominated for Widening Participation and Student Success Award (2023–24).
- Consistently praised for:
- Engaging & passionate teaching
- Innovative course design
- Inclusive, student-led environments
My teaching experience extends far beyond the traditional classroom. I’m available for a wide range of teaching and consultancy-based opportunities, including:
Designing and delivering accessible learning experiences that connect academic research with wider audiences.
Developing innovative educational initiatives and strategic learning programs for institutions and organizations.
Leading interactive sessions on translation, dramaturgy, and classical studies for students, educators, and professionals.
Advising on curriculum development and teaching methodologies to enhance learning outcomes.
Providing personalized instruction and mentorship in Classics, translation, and performance studies.
